The functions of the Municipality are clarified in the following manner in section iv part I of the Municipal Councils Ordinance (Chapter 252) of 15th August 1947.

Accordingly, the powers confirmed by the Municipal Councils Ordinance, the goals and functions of the municipal council are as follows.

• To collect and dispose garbage.
• To improve the health and sanitation.
• To construct, maintain and clean all thoroughfares and open lands within the council limits.
• To order to construct, maintain and clean all private streets & bare lands.
• To stop all nuisance activities.
• To maintain public utility & recreational services anticipating public benefits and comfort.
• To illuminate all streets and thoroughfares.